Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with generous company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading fire protection services company in Austin is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to create fire protection design drawings and perform calculations for various projects. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in fire protection design and must be familiar with NFPA standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM software is preferred. The role offers competitive wages and substantial benefits including health insurance and paid time off, with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.
• Technical understanding of Fire Sprinkler Design including Wet, Dry, Preaction, and Deluge type systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22, and FM Global Standards.
• Ability to coordinate with design manager and field personnel.
• Experience with hydraulic calculations and fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for various types of projects.
• Work independently with minimal supervision from the Design Manager.
• Perform hydraulic calculations as required.
• Attend project meetings and jobsite visits as needed.
• Coordinates with Design Manager on drawing schedules and permits.
• Attends meetings and site surveys as needed.
• Documents discrepancies affecting coordination or design intent.
• Communicates changes to field foremen during the design process.
• Reviews submittals for size, quantity, and compatibility with equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications

Competent math ability

Good basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of various backgrounds

Education

NICET Water-Based System Layout Level 1

NICET Water-Based System Layout Level 2

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Navisworks)

Job description

The Fire Sprinkler Designer shall have the ability to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction for various types of projects including storage occupancies, healthcare, assemblies, mercantile facilities, etc. Familiarity using AutoSprink and coordination using BIM (Navisworks) is preferred. The ideal candidate will be NICET level 1 in Water-Based System Layout.

Responsibilities

• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager
• Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds; identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues
• Performs hydraulic calculations as required
• Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required
• Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication
• Coordinates with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule
• Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review
• Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed, and performs site surveys as required
• Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent
• Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination
• Reviews submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of fire protection design experience in fire protection systems
• BIM (Navisworks) experience is a plus
• NICET Level 2 is a plus
• Must be familiar with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 and FM Global Standards
• Technical understanding of Fire Sprinkler Design including Wet, Dry, Preaction, and Deluge type systems
• AutoCAD experience and third party software training

Job Skills

• Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications
• Competent math ability
• Good basic computer skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Positive Attitude
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of various backgrounds

Benefits

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top‑of‑the‑line benefits that include health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, Firetrol sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.